Frank Edward Kopacz, Jr. of Palmer, MA entered into eternal rest on Saturday (Sept. 18, 2010) in Palmer. He was born on January 30, 1950 in Ware, MA son of Frank E. Kopacz, Sr. and the late Ina (Pierce) Kopacz and was a lifelong resident of Palmer, having attended local elementary schools and a graduate of Palmer High School. Frank was employed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Highway Department for 15 years. In his leisure time he enjoyed golfing, bowling, boating and camping. Frank is survived by his two children; Louis Kopacz and his wife, Tiffany of Enfield and Darcy Thornell and her husband, Dean of Rolesville, NC, his six beloved grandchildren; Montell, Jordan, Jasmine and Isaiah Kopacz, Cameron and CollinThornell, his three siblings; John Weigel, David Kopacz and Sue Chickering along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. There are no calling hours and funeral services will be private at the convenience of his family.